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Gun Found in Santa Barbara County Jail Cell

On September 11th, an inmate located a weapon and turned it in to authorities at the Santa Maria branch of the jail system.

The gun was found inside of a jail cell, still not fully assembled.

The cell was reportedly used by more than one detainee.

The Sheriff's Department says the gun was not usable and missing some parts. It could not be fired.

It's unclear how the gun got into the jail cell. The investigation is ongoing.

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